Mom’s deviled hot dogs

Black
walnuts are available from at least two vendors at the Old State
Capitol Farmers Market, completely shelled as well as with pre-cracked
shells. Hammons Black Walnuts are available at several local grocery
stores.

2 T. chopped green or red pepper

1 T. oil or bacon fat

3/4 cup catsup, preferably Heinz

2 T. dark-brown sugar

2 T. prepared mustard

1 T. Worcestershire sauce

1 lb. mini-hot dogs or sausages (or cut regular hot dogs into chunks)

Sauté onion and pepper in oil until softened. Stir in the remaining sauce ingredients.

Score wieners with a spiral cut and add them to the pan. Simmer over low heat for 10 minutes.